Goose Pond Colony Resort

The Lake course at Goose Pond Colony Resort in Scottsboro, Alabama, was designed by George Cobb, a prolific architect who shaped numerous courses across the American South during the mid-to-late twentieth century. Cobb's work typically emphasized playability for resort guests while incorporating the natural terrain and water features available on a given property. At Goose Pond, the course takes its name and character from its proximity to Lake Guntersville, a Tennessee Valley Authority reservoir that defines much of the landscape in this corner of northeast Alabama. The routing makes use of the rolling topography common to the region, with elevation changes that provide variety in shot-making and visual interest across the round. Water comes into play on several holes, reflecting the lakeside setting, and the layout balances risk-reward opportunities with more straightforward holes suited to a range of skill levels. The course serves as part of a resort community that includes lodging and recreational amenities beyond golf, positioning it as a destination for visitors exploring the Tennessee River valley and surrounding highlands. Goose Pond Colony operates as a public-access facility, welcoming daily-fee play alongside its residential membership. The setting offers views of the surrounding hills and lake, particularly on holes closer to the shoreline. For golfers traveling through northern Alabama, the course provides a representative example of Cobb's resort design philosophy and a chance to play alongside one of the region's defining water features.